If you thought holding a mobile phone while driving — already illegal under Rule 149 of the Highway Code — couldn’t get any worse, think again. A cyclist caught a driver watching an adult film on his mobile phone and indulging in an act of self-pleasure — or ‘spanking the monkey’ as described by the cyclist — while navigating heavy traffic at … Read more
GripGrab’s Aquarepel Water-Resistant Bib Shorts are designed for riding through the transition from autumn to winter, or for the end of the cold months as we enter spring. With various weatherproof panels and a comfortable chamois, they’re ideal for when the weather takes a turn, either on their own or as part of a layering … Read more
By providing a shock-absorbing layer of crushable material around your head, a cycling helmet is intended to reduce the damage if you are unfortunate enough to come off your bike and hit your head. Cycling helmets have come a long way in weight, fit and ventilation since the heavy brain buckets and leather hairnets of … Read more
Cyclists riding e-bikes in Coventry’s city centre will soon face fines after the council passed a controversial Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) preventing e-bike use in pedestrianised areas, a measure the West Midlands’ Walking and Cycling Commissioner last week slammed as “reckless” and something that will “discourage cycling and penalise responsible cyclists”.Coventry City Council passed the ban … Read more
Rawvelo Recovery Drink Mix is a chocolatey, fully organic and vegan drink powder that you can enjoy after a training session, or as a mid-afternoon snack. It’s easy to consume, tastes pleasant, and benefits from the mix of natural ingredients and sustainability credentials of the brand behind it.> Buy now: Rawvelo Recovery Drink Mix for … Read more
Halfords and Tredz have announced support for Wiggle Chain Reaction customers following the online retail giant entering administration and being put up for sale, with Halfords pledging to honour warranties on parts and accessories.The news, first reported by Cycling Industry News, was announced by Halfords chief executive Graham Stapleton who said his company has a … Read more
What is this mystery road bike? Yes, it looks a lot like a Trek Madone SLR, but it isn’t one – so what could it be?If you went to Rouleur Live last week, you might have seen this carbon fibre bike on the FarSports stand – FarSports being a Chinese brand focusing mainly on wheels. This bike … Read more
Time trialling is facing a major change with the governing body of the sport in England and Wales, Cycling Time Trials (CTT), introducing a ban on events taking place on roads with 20mph speed limits, with existing courses in such areas going to have to be scrapped or modified to avoid the zones.The news was communicated … Read more
